Is a Scarifier the Same as an Aerator?

Aerating and scarifying are two common lawn care practices that help improve the health and appearance of grass. While they sound similar and both involve mechanical tools, aerators and scarifiers are actually quite different. As a homeowner trying to maintain a lush, green lawn, it’s important to understand what sets these tools apart What Does … Read more

Identifying a Bush with Apple-Like Fruit: Flowering Quince vs Other Options

Gardeners are often surprised when an unknown bush in their landscape suddenly produces fruit resembling small hard apples. This phenomenon is typically caused by flowering quince (Chaenomeles species) – an old-fashioned deciduous flowering shrub. But other plants can also produce apple-like fruit. This article explores how to identify a mystery bush with apple-shaped fruit and … Read more

Is My Rose of Sharon Dead? How to Tell

Rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is a beloved flowering shrub known for its showy blooms in late summer. But this plant can sometimes struggle, often with only one side leafing out while the other side appears dead. So how do you know if your rose of sharon is dead or still viable? Here are tips … Read more

Demystifying Red Geranium Leaves: Causes and Solutions for This Common Issue

People think of geraniums as very low-maintenance summer flowers, and they’re right! But there are four things that geraniums don’t like. If you avoid these things, they will thank you with beautiful blooms. In this article we tell you what geraniums can’t stand. We’ll tell you how to tell when your geraniums aren’t doing their … Read more